The Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Program 2025–26 is a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of Tata Capital Limited to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections.

The program offers financial assistance to students in Classes 11–12, general graduation, Polytechnic/Diploma/ITI and specialised professional courses by covering up to 80% of tuition/course fees, subject to category‑wise maximum limits.

The core objective is to reduce financial barriers so that deserving students with strong academic records and low family income can continue their education without interruption.

Eligibility

• Indian nationals currently studying in Class 11 or Class 12 at a recognised school in India.
• Minimum 60% marks in the previous academic year.
• Family income: ≤ ₹2.5 lakh per annum from all sources.
• Must be studying under a recognised board/institution in India.
• Children of employees of Tata Capital and Buddy4Study are not eligible.

Benefits (Slab‑wise)

• 60% – 80% marks: Up to 80% of tuition/course fees or ₹10,000 (whichever is less).
• 81% – 90% marks: Up to 80% of tuition/course fees or ₹12,000 (whichever is less).
• 91% & above: Up to 80% of tuition/course fees or ₹15,000 (whichever is less).

Eligibility

• Indian nationals enrolled in undergraduate degree programmes (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, etc.) or Polytechnic/Diploma/ITI courses at recognised institutions in India.
• Minimum 60% marks in the preceding class/semester/academic year.
• Family income: ≤ ₹2.5 lakh per annum from all sources.
• Studying in a recognised college, university or technical institute in India.
• Children of Tata Capital and Buddy4Study employees are not eligible.

Benefits (Slab‑wise)

• 60% – 80% marks: Up to 80% of tuition/course fees or ₹12,000 (whichever is less).
• 81% – 90% marks: Up to 80% of tuition/course fees or ₹15,000 (whichever is less).
• 91% & above: Up to 80% of tuition/course fees or ₹18,000 (whichever is less).

Eligibility

• Indian nationals admitted to a professional degree programme in a reputed/govt‑recognised university or institution in India.
• Minimum 80% marks in the qualifying examination (as per category rules).
• Family income: ≤ ₹2.5 lakh per annum from all sources.
• Applicable for professional graduation and post‑graduation fields such as: Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Aerospace Engineering, Quantum Physics, Astrophysics, Architecture, Mathematical Sciences and specialised sciences like Biology, Botany, Zoology, Geology, Forestry, Meteorology, Nuclear Science, Molecular Chemistry, Genetics, Palaeontology, Anthropology, Economics, International Relations and similar disciplines.
• Children of Tata Capital and Buddy4Study employees are not eligible.

Benefits

• Scholarship covers 80% of tuition fees subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,000 for the academic year.

Application Process via Buddy4Study

1. Click on the relevant “Apply Now” link for your category (Class 11–12 / UG & Diploma / Specialised Discipline) on Buddy4Study.
2. Login using your Buddy4Study ID (email/mobile/Gmail). If new, complete a quick registration first.
3. You will be redirected to the “Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Program 2025–26” application form page.
4. Click on “Start Application” and fill in all required personal, academic and family income details.
5. Upload the necessary documents (ID proof, photograph, income proof, fee receipt, marksheets, etc.).
6. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click on “Preview” to verify details.
7. If everything is correct, click “Submit” to complete the online application.

Common Documents Required

• Photo identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
• Passport‑size photograph of the applicant.
• Income proof – Form 16A / income certificate / salary slips, etc.
• Proof of admission – school/college/institute ID card or bonafide certificate.
• Current academic year fee receipt.
• Bank account details of the applicant – cancelled cheque or passbook copy.
• Marksheets/grade cards of the preceding class/semester.
• Disability and caste certificate, if applicable.

Students should verify the scholarship details from trusted sources, avoid sharing OTPs or passwords, and keep copies of all submitted documents and confirmation emails safely for future reference.